Engineering and Maintenance Manager

Company Overview

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal‑clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and job‑site power and lighting solutions.

The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value‑add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well‑being of the communities in which we work and live.

How will you power what's possible?

Pleasant Prairie, WI

The Engineering and Maintenance Manager will provide daily leadership and long‑term vision to the Engineering and Maintenance departments for the Pleasant Prairie facility. This position is responsible for developing, implementing and measuring critical engineering processes and programs in the plant as well as oversight of the Maintenance department.

• Manages the day‑to‑day operations of the Engineering and Maintenance departments including preventative and predictive programs, reducing cost associated with breakdowns, determining proper staffing, skill levels, and training, and leading the engineering team.
• This position requires a hands‑on approach with team members and equipment repairs.
• Leads the engineering team in process improvement and implementation of manufacturing processes that support all functions of production and continuous improvement.
• Manages a team of engineers and technical professionals, ensuring that all team members are effectively aligned with organizational goals and projects.
• Provides leadership to the team, driving high performance, fostering professional development, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Devises and implements engineering strategies to meet organizational objectives.
• Uses in‑depth knowledge of engineering practices to propose innovative solutions and technical improvements that enhance productivity, quality and operational efficiency.
• Evaluates performance and drives improvements across the engineering function by regularly assessing the effectiveness of current processes and recommending enhancements to optimize operations and workflows.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Minimum 7 years experience
• Engineering experience in a manufacturing and / or heavy industrial environment

Number of Direct Reports: 2–5

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short‑Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.